Paduwa
Paduwa is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Paduwa village. As per 2009 stats, Paduwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Paduwa has its own place in the vibrant Katni region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paduwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paduwa is 488133. The village spans a total geographical area of 810.88 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Paduwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Paduwa village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Paduwa
Population of Paduwa
Below is a concise population overview of Paduwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,887 | 1,471 | 1,416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 468 | 243 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 451 | 227 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 1,785 | 1,052 | 733 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 419 | 683 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paduwa village:
- The total population of Paduwa village is around 2,887, including approximately 1,471 males and 1,416 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 468 children aged 0–6 years in Paduwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paduwa village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 451 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paduwa village is about 61.83%, with male literacy at 71.52% and female literacy at 51.77%.
- There are around 648 households in Paduwa village.
Connectivity of Paduwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paduwa. As per the 2011 stats, Paduwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Paduwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Paduwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paduwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paduwa
- Where is Paduwa located?
- Paduwa village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paduwa?
- Paduwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Paduwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paduwa is 2,887, with 1,471 males and 1,416 females.
- How many households are there in Paduwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paduwa village has a total of 648 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paduwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paduwa is 61.83%. The male literacy rate is 71.52%, while the female literacy rate is 51.77%.